Fun and Simple Ways to Teach Kids About Dental Care
Are you tired of searching for a pediatric dentist? Don’t worry! Come to Canyon Creek Dentistry! Dr. Kinnari Prajapati is the best children’s dentist in Temple, Texas! Teaching children about dental care is essential for their long-term oral health, but making the subject interesting and engaging can take time and effort. Fortunately, there are plenty […]
Halloween & Your Child’s Teeth
Halloween is one of the best nights of the year for young children. They get to dress up as their favorite cartoon character or superhero and go door to door or attend community events where people give them truckloads of candy just for looking adorable. Halloween is one of the most candy-filled holidays of the […]
Tooth Fairy Tips For Parents
February 28th is National Tooth Fairy Day. In celebration of this day, we want to share our top Tooth Fairy tips for parents like you to use. We know that being “mom” or “dad” is a big enough job as it is. However, parents often wear many hats. Kids get excited about Santa Claus and […]
3 Ways To Support Your Child’s Oral Hygiene
Oral hygiene is the cornerstone of dental care and it should begin when your child’s first tooth comes in. As a parent, it is important to support your child’s oral care with daily hygiene and regular dental visits for disease prevention and treatment. There are also habits you should practice (or avoid) that support good […]
New School Year for Oral Health Too
School is just now starting back up for most of the country. It’s exciting to start a new year. You get new clothes, a new backpack, new school supplies, plus more! While you’re out buying new school supplies and freshening up your kids’ wardrobes, why not freshen up their oral health supplies as well? […]
Should I Take My Infant To The Dentist?
We often get asked if you should take your infant to the dentist. The answer is yes! It is recommended that children come see us before the age of 1. According to a study, 70% of parents mistakenly think that when their children still have baby teeth it is not necessary to go to the […]
Your Child’s First Dental Checkup
Pediatric dentists and medical experts agree children should have their first dental checkup by the time their first teeth come in, or no later than their first birthday. While it may seem extremely early, there are some very good reasons for this recommendation. Pinpoint Developmental Concerns Even at a very young age, there can […]
How Can I Ease My Child’s Fear of Going to the Dentist
Many children have a fear of going to the dentist. They are not alone. Many adults have the same fear. It can be stressful to see your child worry or even cry. All parents just want it to go smoothly. Here are a few tips you can try to help ease your child’s fear when […]
Should Your Child Use Fluoride For Good Oral Health?
Should your child use fluoride for good oral health? When caring for your child’s oral health, the answer is yes. Your child’s tooth enamel can be broken down by starches and sugars from your food. If your child does not brush often or stay hydrated, this bacteria will start to wear down the teeth making […]
Caring For Your Child’s Oral Health
At Canyon Creek Dentistry in Temple, TX we believe that good oral health begins with good habits developed from childhood. Some parents do not see the need to care for baby teeth because they fall out. However, baby teeth are important because they pave the way for permanent teeth because baby teeth act as place […]